Brian Smith

Brian Smith is the Managing Director at Piper Sandler, where he is a key member of the consumer investment banking team. His primary focus is on providing M&A advisory services to companies in sectors related to healthy, active, and sustainable living, particularly in fitness, sports nutrition, and multi-unit retail.12

Professional Background

Before joining Piper Sandler, Smith was a partner and founding principal at Partnership Capital Growth, a boutique investment bank dedicated to M&A and private placement services for health and wellness businesses. His career also includes significant roles such as:

• Director of Corporate Development at EAS, a prominent sports nutrition company.
• Experience with North Castle Partners, focusing on deal generation and financial modeling.
• A prior role as a management consultant at Bain & Company in both Boston and Los Angeles.1

Education

Brian Smith holds a bachelor's degree in economics from Claremont McKenna College, which has provided him with a solid foundation for his career in investment banking and corporate development.12

Overall, Smith's extensive experience in investment banking, coupled with his educational background, positions him as a knowledgeable leader in the consumer investment sector at Piper Sandler.